Winter Activities In the White Mountains
Ski the East! The White Mountains are home to some of the best ski resort in New England. This winter visit Lincoln for skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and more! Explore this wonderland for yourself this winter in the White Mountains.
Winter Wonderland in a classic Mountain Town
Visit the White Mountains and enjoy world-class ski and snowboarding conditions, live entertainment, magical ice castles, Olympic ice skating shows, guided snowshoeing tours, and much more. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or someone who prefers to stay warm inside by the fireplace, there's always something for everyone during winter in the White Mountains.
Indoor Activities
When the weather outside is frightful. Have no fear! You can still have tons of fun indoors in the White Mountains, and yes, the fire will be delightful.
Indoor ActivitiesOutdoor Activities
From world class skiing, snowboarding and miles of groomed snowmobile trails to magical ice castles and Olympic skating shows, come and discover why this area is a true winter wonderland.
OutDoor ActivitiesArea Events
There's a lot happening during the winter months in the White Mountains. Check out the Chamber of Commerce's event calendar to stay up to date.
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Tons of seasonal specific resources below, including itineraries, top 10 lists, recomendations from local experts, and guides to help you create the ultimate White Mountain summer vacation!
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WINTER ACTIVITIES: ALL ABOUT SKIING
Skiing is one of the White Mountains’ most popular winter attractions, and for good reason! For decades, people have been coming to the mountains to enjoy the perfectly groomed trails and fresh powder stashes. Lincoln is within 15 minutes of all your favorite family-friendly ski destinations, including Loon and Cannon. There are plenty of opportunities to take a shuttle out to the mountain and back, so no need to worry about the traffic and parking. Bundle up and plan a ski trip in the White Mountains that everyone will love!
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OUTDOOR WINTER ACTIVITIES: OTHER THAN SKIING
Skiing and snowboarding aren't the only outdoor winter sports in the White Mountains! Ice skate on RiverWalk's seasonal ice skating rink or watch the professionals during one of the skate shows. Layer up and visit the beautifully sculpted ice castles fit for a princess at night, spend the day out snow tubing with friends, take a snowmobile out for a spin through the mountains or enjoy a guided snowshoeing hike.
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RiverWalk's Guide to Snowmobiling in The White Mountains
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INDOOR WINTER ACTIVITIES: WARM & COZY
Not much of an outdoorsy person? We get it. It gets quite cold here, but don’t worry, the White Mountains have plenty of indoor activities to take part in too. The Lincoln-Woodstock region has an arts and culture community that focuses on food and drink, theater, and music, making it near impossible to be bored during your stay. Within a 10-minute drive, you’ll find breweries like One Love and Woodstock, and Seven Birches Winery. The restaurants in town have been received awards for their state-of-the-art cuisine and service, and several of those restaurants host regular open mics and live music events. Finish your night relaxing by the fireplace with your family.
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Coming In From The Cold: Indoor Activities for Everyone
Park and Play at The RiverWalk Resort
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Midweek Adventures for Couples Visiting the White Mountains
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FAMILY FRIENDLY WINTER ACTIVITIES
Give your kids the vacation of a lifetime this winter! Whether your kids like to be outside or inside to stay warm, there is something for the whole family. Loon Mountain and Cannon Mountain both have youth learn to ski and ride programs as well as ski racing programs. Take the kiddos to an Olympic ice skating show, find the best hills to go snow tubing, or snowshoe with your family at night to see the stars. Too cold outside? Visit Jean's Playhouse for a kid-friendly theatrical experience or spend the afternoon painting pottery at Fired on the Mountain. Learn more about family friendly trip ideas in the White Mountains!
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The Ultimate Winter Bucket List for the Western White Mountains
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Your Guide To The Perfect Three-Day Ski Weekend Getaway
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KID FREE WINTER ACTIVITIES
Snuggle up with a cup of hot cocoa by the fireplace with your sweetheart while the snowflakes fall outside. The White Mountains have long been a romantic destination for couples. Submerge yourself in a romantic evening of bubble baths in your soaker tub with a glass of wine or go for a couple's ski day. Book a table for a luxury dining experience, a tasting at the local winery or a flight at the breweries downtown or just relax your body and mind at the spa.
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